Our Leadership

Authentic leadership with a proven track record.

Steve Coward
Managing Director

Steve Coward is Managing Director for Frankenmuth Surety. An industry veteran, Steve brings experience garnered from several major sureties. He has formerly served as Chief Underwriting Officer and Chief Executive Officer, and he’s adept at crafting underwriting and risk management platforms. Steve has a successful track record working with agents and contractors across the country to further their respective interests. Contact Steve by email or by phone at 207.847.1806.

Shawn Dennett
Northeast Regional Director

Shawn brings 20 years of comprehensive experience to Frankenmuth Surety. He began his career in the late 1990’s and then held positions of increasing responsibility in various branch office underwriting roles with two other top 10 surety writers, including home office experience as a Territorial Officer.

The depth of Shawn’s experience is manifested in his ability to work with contractors of all types and sizes, as well as his focus and attention on customer service. He leads a team of underwriters based in Yarmouth, Maine. Contact Shawn by email or phone at 207.847.1808.

Mark Latini
Senior Director (Charlotte, NC)

Mark is responsible for directing two regional teams from our Charlotte Office, covering the Southeast territory. He comes to us from a top 5 surety writer and has traveled extensively throughout the U.S. over the course of his 30-year career. His career includes time as an agent, so he understands how to manage and effectively grow agency relationships. He also brings a strong technical skill set to support his outstanding relationship and communication strengths. Contact Mark by email or phone at 704.421.7005.

Maegan Gordon
Southeast Regional Director (Charlotte, NC)

Maegan Gordon brings 17 years of experience to Frankenmuth Surety and has spent most of her career in North Carolina. She leads a team in Charlotte and focuses on our production efforts in the Southeast, including GA, NC, SC and VA. Maegan joined us from a top 5 surety writer and has a very strong technical skill set. She has extensive knowledge in the construction industry and can develop strategic solutions in difficult scenarios. Contact Maegan by email or phone at 704.421.7010.

Nathan Hoyt
South Central Regional Director

Nathan has held positions of varying responsibility during his 14-year tenure in the surety industry. He has worked for both large and middle market surety carriers and brings unparalleled marketing experience as a result of working with agents from coast to coast. He brings an equally broad technical skill set, with expertise in subdivision bonds to complement his comprehensive background of working with contractors of all types and sizes. His states of focus are: AL, GA, LA, KS, MO and TN. Contact Nathan by email or phone at 704.421.7009.